DAVIS V. COMMONWEALTH
335 S.E.2d 375 (Va. 1985)
NATURE OF THE CASE: This was an appeal from a conviction for voluntary manslaughter.
FACTS: Davis (D) lived with her mother, Carter. Carter was an invalid who was unable to feed herself. Carter had authorized D to receive and use her food stamps and social security benefits. Carter died as a result of D's failure to properly feed and care for Carter. D was tried and convicted of voluntary manslaughter. D appealed: she owed no duty to Carter.
ISSUE:
RULE OF LAW:
HOLDING AND
DECISION:
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
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